A wonderful three panelled Huipil woven on a back strap loom with 4 selvedge ends. This huipil is woven with the original white and purple striped background colour. It also shows corded weft lines. The neckline is cut out decorated with a hand embroidered finishing. Each of the panels is nicely brocaded with designs over the shoulder part showing geometric designs: corn plant and feather serpent; zoomorphic designs: deer and double headed birds. Some of the patterns are brocaded with silk.
Age: Approximately woven in the 1950’s
Ethnic Group: Kakchiquel
Origin: Santo Domingo Xenacoj, Sacatepequez
Materials: Cotton and silk
Use: Ceremonial Huipil
Technique: Woven on a back strap loom
Size: Approximately 57" x 24"